# Derby-Inspired Beer Cocktails Blue Moon is Helping Fans Celebrate the Kentucky Derby By Grace Mahas | Published 2020-09-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celebrate-the-kentucky-derby References: [bluemoonbrewingcompany](https://www.bluemoonbrewingcompany.com/?ggg) Blue Moon is helping fans celebrate the Kentucky Derby with two delicious Derby classic cocktails: the Grandstand and the Julep. Each cocktail fuses Blue Moon Belgian White Belgian-Style Wheat Ale with invigorating ingredients to dress up any watch-party this Derby season. The Grandstand features 8 ounces of the Blue Moon Wheat ale, 1 ounce of bourbon, 2 ounces of pomegranate juice, a quarter ounce of lemon juice, and a quarter ounce of simple syrup, topped with mint sprig and lemon twist. The Blue Moon Julep, on the other hand, fuses 6 ounces of Blue Moon Wheat ale, four raspberries 1.5 ounces of bourbon, a quarter ounce of fresh lime juice, and a quarter ounce of simple syrup finished with mint raspberries. For Kentucky Derby fans in the Denver area, you can stop by the [Blue Moon RiNo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-moon-pie-pints) brewery to try the [limited-edition](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-derby-bottle) [Bourbon Barrel-Aged Minted Julep Beer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kindred-spirits), brewed in honor of the Kentucky Derby. Image Credit: Blue Moon ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Beer Cocktail Trends:** The rise in popularity of beer cocktails presents an opportunity for bars and restaurants to innovate by offering unique combinations. - **Limited-edition Beverage Trends:** Creating limited-edition beverages like the Bourbon Barrel-Aged Minted Julep Beer can generate buzz and excitement among customers. - **Cocktail Pairing Trends:** Creating cocktail pairings for upcoming events like the Kentucky Derby can create a unique experience for customers and drive sales. ### Where This Applies - **Brewing Industry:** Breweries can take advantage of the trend of creating unique beer cocktails and limited-edition beverages to increase sales and expand their customer base. - **Hospitality Industry:** Bars and restaurants can capitalize on the trend of cocktail pairings for events like the Kentucky Derby to attract customers and increase revenue. - **Event Industry:** Event planners can incorporate the trend of cocktail pairings for events like the Kentucky Derby to create a unique and memorable experience for attendees. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Beer Pairing Pint Pies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-moon-pie-pints.md) - [Magenta-Hued Belgian-Style Wheat Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magenta-moon.md) - [Beer-Branded Album Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultimate-blue-moon-x-mt-joy-denver-experience.md) - [Beer-Inspired Cooking Spices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-moon-thanksgiving-seasonings.md) - [Olympics-Inspired Bourbon Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/browned-butter-bourbon.md) - [Dry January Beer Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dryback-january.md) - [Delightful Cocktail Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mint-juleps.md) - [Festive Fruit-Forward Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fruitforward-beer.md) - [RTD Spring-Ready Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jim-beam-kentucky-coolers.md)